Why do you feel this would be better with an SMT?
This is my reason for hesitating with Appics. I understand that it's an SMT, but I don't understand why to add another coin to the list when there's an existing application using a known coin.
Hopefully, I am missing something obvious.
that is one thing I keep wondering. why not just use steem?
Appics can now add value to their own token and build a community around it. Just like STEEM it will be a tradable token so it will get a certain worth on the market.
If they used STEEM they would be stuck with the same people trending as on steemit.com (is 1 reason). They also need to acquire (if not delegated) a big stake to have influence on their own app (is another reason).
I can think of a few more (might make a good vlog topic).
Thanks!
I didn't think of reason number 1 (trending). That is reason enough.